Communications Officer

The Alliance for Land, Indigenous and Environmental Defenders (ALLIED) is recruiting a Communications Officer to strengthen its global communications, digital engagement and advocacy initiatives. The position offers flexible remote working arrangements, with preference given to candidates from Global Majority countries.

Key Responsibilities
• Support implementation of ALLIED's Communications Strategy and Plan
• Manage and coordinate external communications across organisational channels
• Develop website content, newsletters, social media posts, briefing documents and press materials
• Produce content highlighting the experiences of Indigenous, land and environmental defenders
• Maintain and update the organisation's website
• Coordinate social media content and digital campaigns
• Monitor digital performance, audience engagement and media coverage
• Support internal communications and information sharing across ALLIED's international network
• Contribute to advocacy initiatives and solidarity campaigns

VacancyGap tips:
• You must have a university degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media or a related field.
• At least five years of relevant professional experience is required.
• Experience developing communications materials for different audiences and platforms is essential.
• Visual content creation skills using Canva and Adobe tools are required.
• Experience managing websites and social media, and knowledge of Google Analytics, is necessary.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are required.
• Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese or French is strongly desired.
• Experience with civil society organisations, environmental justice, human rights advocacy or grassroots movements is an advantage.
• Note: Preference will be given to candidates from Global Majority countries. Use "Communications Officer – Application" as the email subject.

Qualifications

• A university degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media or a related field
• At least five years of relevant professional experience
• Experience developing communications materials for different audiences and platforms
• Visual content creation skills using Canva and Adobe tools
• Experience managing websites and social media
• Knowledge of Google Analytics
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work remotely with international teams
• Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese or French is strongly desired
• Experience with civil society organisations, environmental justice, human rights advocacy or grassroots movements is an advantage

How to apply

• Submit an updated CV.
• Submit a cover letter.
• Email to: [email protected]
• Email subject: Communications Officer – Application
• Application deadline: 26 November 2026
• Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process.